LMAC 10A Decision-making in adult care

1. Understand effective decision-making

• 1.1 Discuss the different types of decisions required in own role
• 1.2 Describe key stages in formal and informal decision-making processes
• 1.3 Consider the role of data, information and intelligence in making evidence-based decisions to improve quality
• 1.4 Explain how own and others’ values and priorities influence decision-making processes
• 1.5 Explain how to enable others to contribute to decision-making
• 1.6 Explain the need for consultative approaches to decision-making
• 1.7 Explain the range of stakeholders to whom decisions may need to be communicated
• 1.8 Discuss the importance of reviewing and evaluating decisions made and the decision-making process to improve quality

2. Be able to carry out effective decisionmaking

• 2.1 Identify when decisions need to be made
• 2.2 Research relevant and accurate data, information and intelligence for effective decision-making
• 2.3 Identify a range of potential solutions
• 2.4 Evaluate potential solutions and draw conclusions
• 2.5 Engage individuals and others in the decision-making process and the implementation of the outcome
• 2.6 Structure factual data, information, intelligence and recommendations, in a logical and meaningful way
• 2.7 Present conclusions and rationale cogently to different stakeholders in order for decisions to win support
• 2.8 Evaluate the decision and the decision-making process used